Wat Benchamabophit (The Marble Temple)Wat Benchamabophit, also known as the Marble Temple, is
constructed of white Carrara marble (even the courtyard is paved
with polished white marble) and is known as one of Bangkok's most
beautiful temples . The temple's name literally means 'The Temple
of the fifth King located nearby Dusit Palace'. Built of Italian
marble and designed by Prince Naris, a half-brother of the king, it
is unique in that, unlike older complexes, there is no wihaan or
chedi dominating the grounds. The temple houses many Buddha images
representing various regional styles. Inside the ornate Ordination
Hall (Ubosot) is a Sukhothai-style Buddha statue named Phra
Buddhajinaraja, and buried under this statue are the ashes of King
Rama V. The site also contains the Benchamabophit National
Museum.
Address: Si Ayutthaya Rd
Telephone: (0)2 281 2501
Opening Time: Open daily 8am-5pm.
Admission: THB 20 |
